Forty-nine-year-old from Civic Party bade an emotional farewell, citing health and family reasons, after news of surgery on brain tumour last year

Move follows poll of camp’s supporters, who voted narrowly for legislators to stay on in extended Legco term

When Tanya Chan entered Hong Kong politics full time in 2008, many were surprised by the decision of the seasoned barrister and theatre actress. But while her career change may have been stark, like her stage days, it has not lacked drama.